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Cubs acquired LHP Justin Wilson, and C Alex Avila from the Tigers for INFs Jeimer Candelario, Isaac Paredes, and a player to be named later or cash considerations.

The deal was reported Sunday and it's now official. Wilson owns a 2.68 ERA with 13 saves and a 55/16 K/BB ratio over 40 1/3 innings this season. The southpaw has functioned as Detroit's closer over the past couple of months, but he'll move into a set-up role in Chicago down the stretch. He's under team control through 2018 and could be a potential closer option next year. Jul 31 - 10:06 AM

Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports that the Cubs have agreed to acquire Justin Wilson and Alex Avila from the Tigers for prospects Jeimer Candelario, Isaac Paredes and a player to be named later or cash considerations.

Fenech notes that the deal is "at the one yard line" but the clubs have to review medical records before it becomes official. The Cubs part with another pair of prospects to land the bullpen help that they have desperately been seeking. Wilson is under contract through the 2018 season, so he could be viewed as a possible closer in 2018 if they are unable to re-sign Wade Davis. Avila is having a terrific season in his own right and a nice upgrade as a backup catcher to play behind Willson Contreras. Jul 31 - 12:04 AM

Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports that the Cubs are closing in on a deal for Tigers' left-hander Justin Wilson.

As had been reported, Jeimer Candelario is believed to be the headliner returning to Detroit in a potential deal. The Dodgers, Astros and Nationals are also vying to acquire the left-hander, but Heyman notes that the Cubs have pulled ahead and look to be the favorites at the moment. Jul 30 - 11:06 PM

Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports that the remaining suitors for Justin Wilson are the Cubs, Dodgers, Astros and Nationals.

When there's this much smoke, there's usually fire, and it looks like Wilson is going to be dealt very soon. The Cubs are rumored to be including Jeimer Candelario in a proposed deal so the other squads will need to up the ante if they want to acquire the left-hander. Jul 30 - 10:36 PM

Koji Uehara admitted Sunday that he "can't throw" due to back tightness.

Uehara has also dealt with a right knee issue recently and hasn't pitched since September 2. The Cubs haven't officially ruled the veteran reliever out for the rest of the season, but things are trending that way. Uehara posted a 2.73 ERA in the first half but holds a 6.75 ERA since the All-Star break, as injuries have caught up to the 42-year-old.